Recalls


CampaignManufacturerManufacturing dateType# of units affectedDate Owner notified MfgRecall Initiated byManufacturers of recalled vehicles/productsReport Recieved DateRecord Creation DateRegulation Part NumberFMVSS Number
VISIBILITY - WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER
04V216000DAIMLERCHRYSLER CORPORATIONfrom 04/24/2002 to 09/15/2003V (Vehicle)32018807/12/2004MFRCHRYSLER GROUP LLC05/05/200405/10/2004
Defect SummaryOn certain pickup trucks and sport utility vehicles, the windshield wiper module motor may be susceptible to water intrusion that could cause internal corrosion and result in partial or complete loss of front windshield wiping capability.
Consequence SummaryDriver visibility could be reduced, which could result in a crash.
Corrective SummaryDealers will replace the front windshield wiper module. owner notification began on july 12, 2004. owners should contact daimlerchrysler at 1-800-853-1403.
NotesDaimlerchrysler recall no. d22.customers can also contact the national highway traffic safety administration

Consumer Complaints


Fail datemilesoccurencesPurchase date
VISIBILITY - DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER SYSTEM
104/01/2003
 The windshield wipers lifted off the windshield when traveling over 60 mph. *ph the wipers could not be adjusted to keep the blades from hitting the windshield frame. the defroster air flow does not keep the windshield clear of frozen ice or snow. the consumer has seven dodge dakota's ranging from 1994-2003 and they all have this problem. *nm
VISIBILITY - DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER SYSTEM - WINDSHIELD - CONTROLS/WIRING
06/01/20041409/22/2003
 Various problems with 2003 dodge dakota. *mr there were backfires at times, the pedal would barely move at stop signs, when backing out, the vehicle would stay in second gear for a long period of time and the consumer would have to let off of the gas pedal then shift into high gear, sometimes the vehicle wouldn't shift into overdrive, then as soon as it started to misfire, the vehicle would drop to overdrive, the cruise control was inoperative, there was a whine and or howl in the rear differential around 50 mph, the engine light would never come on, sometimes the shift lever would be placed in park and the vehicle would start, at times when shifting to reverse or drive, the vehicle would not move and the would have to be jerked around on the shift lever, the heater controls were inoperative, and there were noises when the lights on the radio were turned on. the valve on the transmission was change and helped the vehicle, but sometimes when the vehicle was shifted up or down in gear it would be a problem. *sc *jb
VISIBILITY - POWER WINDOW DEVICES AND CONTROLS
12/12/200747250112/27/2003
 25jan06 tell dodge dealer that pass window inop from pass side switch works from drivers side switch. dodge replace switch. 20apr06 tell dodge dealer pass window inop from pass side but works from drivers side. dodge couldn't find anything wrong. persists up to 7dec07, hopefully my mechanic found the trouble. 1dec07 service 4wd light came on 3dec07 called to get apptmt for truck 4dec07 remote door entry wouldn't work or door lock for all doors on driver arm rest, windshield washer and wiper pulse wouldn't work 5dec07 headlights did not come on during evening traffic commute, turn signals worked 7dec07 take truck to shop finds short to ground in circuit to into lights (fuse#1) pnk wire near parking brake petal, replace central timer module (p/n 56049072al). *tr
VISIBILITY - WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER
03/25/2008657005
 Tl*the contact owns a 2003 dodge dakota. while driving between 5-10 mph, the contact heard a loud thud coming from the axle area. the four wheel drive indicator light illuminated and the headlights, interior lights, and windshield wipers failed completely. eventually, the horn began to sound intermittently, the windshield wipers began wiping automatically, and the low fuel indicator light illuminated and continued to chime. the contact believes that all the failures were related to the central timer module. nhtsa campaign id number 02v322000 (exterior lighting:headlights switch) was referenced. the purchase date was unknown. the current mileage was 66,000 and failure mileage was 65,700.
12/12/200747250112/27/2003
 25jan06 tell dodge dealer that pass window inop from pass side switch works from drivers side switch. dodge replace switch. 20apr06 tell dodge dealer pass window inop from pass side but works from drivers side. dodge couldn't find anything wrong. persists up to 7dec07, hopefully my mechanic found the trouble. 1dec07 service 4wd light came on 3dec07 called to get apptmt for truck 4dec07 remote door entry wouldn't work or door lock for all doors on driver arm rest, windshield washer and wiper pulse wouldn't work 5dec07 headlights did not come on during evening traffic commute, turn signals worked 7dec07 take truck to shop finds short to ground in circuit to into lights (fuse#1) pnk wire near parking brake petal, replace central timer module (p/n 56049072al). *tr
11/01/20041
 The consumer received a recall notice in reference to the windshield wiper motor. *nm recall# 04v216000. the part was not available. *sc
08/19/20041
 04 v 216 000/windshield wiper module motor: the consumer was unable to get this recall repaired because the dealer was unable to get the parts. *jb
104/01/2003
 The windshield wipers lifted off the windshield when traveling over 60 mph. *ph the wipers could not be adjusted to keep the blades from hitting the windshield frame. the defroster air flow does not keep the windshield clear of frozen ice or snow. the consumer has seven dodge dakota's ranging from 1994-2003 and they all have this problem. *nm
03/01/20051
 When making a left turn at 30 mph consumer heard a popping sound. when the vehicle was serviced, the consumer was informed that a tie rod needed replacement. consumer was still having the same problem, even after the repair was made. *ak *nm the consumer stated the dealer refused replace the wiper motor even though there was a recall. *jb
VISIBILITY - WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER - MOTOR
12/12/2004372002
 Recall 04v216000/windshield wiper module motor: after this recall repair was performed on the consumer vehicle. the consumer states, that whenever the vehicle is being driven in inclement conditions it causes the windshield wipers and the headlight to stop operating. the dealer was not notified at this time.*ak
08/25/2004307/30/2003
 Recall 04v216000 concerning windshield wiper motor. consumer was waiting over a month and the dealer was still unable to get the parts needed to honor the recall notice.*ak
08/25/20041
 Consumer received recall notice 04v216000 concerning windshield wiper motor. no parts were available. service manager terry sotus. *ak